In 2023, the number of scientific publications in Chemical Health and Safety in the UK stood at 3.22 s. The forecasted decline from 2024 through 2028 highlights a significant decrease, with the number of publications falling to 0.93 s in 2028. This represents an average annual decline (CAGR) of approximately 28.6%. Such a trend suggests a diminishing focus or resource allocation in this field, marked by continuous year-on-year declines over the forecast period.
Future trends to watch include the impact of emerging technologies and policy changes on research priorities, potential shifts in funding towards interdisciplinary studies, and increasing emphasis on sustainability and green chemistry, which could alter the trajectory in subsequent years.
